In the San Marino Grand Prix at Misano, not only the official RC213V of Joan Mir was missing this Sunday, bedridden since Thursday with a violent gastro. Because the place of the Repsol machine of Luca Marini was also empty, the Italian having been contaminated by the same illness ... And it is in this depressing context, already marked by a flagrant lack of results, that the 30-year-old partner of HRC officially announced his withdrawal at the end of this season ... As a symbol.
After three decades of legendary partnership, the famous Spanish brand Repsol announced that it will end its collaboration with Honda at the end of the 2024 season. This partnership, which has marked the history of MotoGP with numerous victories and titles, will officially end on December 31, 2024, according to a statement released just after the San Marino Grand Prix in Misano.
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Repsol leaves the scene through the back door but loaded with glory
This departure comes after a period of major changes for Honda, especially with the departure of Marc Marquez, emblematic figure of the team Repsol Honda, who left the Japanese brand last season. This announcement marks the end of one of the most emblematic alliances in the world of motorcycling.
Official press release from Repsol : " Repsol will not renew the current sponsorship deal with Honda Racing Corporation for the MotoGP World Championship, which expires on December 31 this year. The Repsol Honda Team is the most successful team in the history of the championship with 11 team titles, 15 pilot titles and 83 victories in the premier class of motorcycling ».
« Repsol is grateful for HRC's commitment and dedication over all these years of collaboration. The multi-energy company will continue to be linked to the race to continue developing the highest quality products and services.e. » Close the ban!
Since 1995, Repsol et Honda dominated the MotoGP championship with legends like Mick Doohan, Valentino Rossi, Casey Stoner, and of course, Marc Marquez, who won six titles with the famous team Repsol HondaTogether, they have pushed the technological and sporting boundaries in the world of motorsports.
This break marks a major turning point in the history of MotoGPThe impact of this collaboration will remain etched in memories, but Honda will now have to write a new chapter without Repsol, while the Spanish brand will continue to explore other avenues in the world of competition.
